Geographical distribution and current status of populations of a rare species of the Eurasian flora, Cypripedium calceolus L. (Orchidaceae), in Volhynian Upland (Volhynian, Rivne and Lviv Regions of Ukraine) are described. New localities of C. calceolus are reported. Habitats and age structure of the C. calceolus populations within Volhynian Upland are characterized. Recommendations for the enhancement of plant protection on the Volhynian Upland area are proposed.
Keywords: Cypripedium calceolus, population, habitat, flora, protection, Volhynian Upland
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